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A review by emileereadsbooks
A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall by Jasmine Warga
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
"Art is a wish you make with your hands."
Perfect for younger middle grade readers interested in a slightly spooky (but not at all scary) mystery, this book is a bit quirky and moves quickly.
I liked how it was told to the reader, roping them into being invested in each facet of the story, from the ghost, to the turtle, to Rami's perspective.
As an adult, I do always take note of how children are punished for their rebellious actions in books like these. This one does say the characters are punished, but it doesn't say enough about the danger of sneaking out of your house at night and going places your parents do not know about (especially as a middle grader).
Thanks to Harper Kids for the gifted book. All opinions are my own.
Perfect for younger middle grade readers interested in a slightly spooky (but not at all scary) mystery, this book is a bit quirky and moves quickly.
I liked how it was told to the reader, roping them into being invested in each facet of the story, from the ghost, to the turtle, to Rami's perspective.
As an adult, I do always take note of how children are punished for their rebellious actions in books like these. This one does say the characters are punished, but it doesn't say enough about the danger of sneaking out of your house at night and going places your parents do not know about (especially as a middle grader).
Thanks to Harper Kids for the gifted book. All opinions are my own.